Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,390 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $23.74
10th percentile $38,850
90th percentile $76,770
Employed locally 460
National median $59,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,850
    25th
    $46,750
    50th (median)
    $49,390
    75th
    $62,260
    90th
    $76,770

    Top-paying metros for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Anchorage, AK $96,610
    Fairbanks-College, AK $84,230
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $83,980
    Alaska $83,660
    District of Columbia $83,390
    Longview-Kelso, WA $80,890

    Related occupations in Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$44,600
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,580
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$55,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$73,120
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$49,280
    Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians$57,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Northern Michigan is $23.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.50 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salaries?

    The median Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salary in Northern Michigan is 17.4% below the national median of $59,810. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (10th percentile) earn around $38,850 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,750.